Take a look at what we've been up to in 2017. A researcher's life is never dull! These photos capture the everyday moments of a typical researcher's working life, out and about, observing, listening and engaging with people on our quest for human insight!

Products stored in the kitchen, ready for use.

The local daily wet market, open for business!

Street food, Myanmar-style.

Family life, a shared living room.

Care products for sale at the local market.

All the home comforts here in the bathroom.

Exchanging greetings, and maybe a bite to eat.

Daily goings-on at the wet market.

Daily life in Myanmar

MJ, our International Account Manager, just got back from a large-scale study in Yangon, Myanmar.

Although still one of the poorest countries in the region, what MJ saw was a rapidly emerging market, full of opportunities.

Take a look at some of the snaps she took of daily life in this fascinating, dynamic corner of the world.

Christmas in Manila

Take a look at the photos sent to us from people across Southeast Asia via our 3Sixty mobile app.

The app gives us a glimpse into the lives of real people, their daily routines and how they choose to spend time with their loved ones.

As a market research tool it's an invaluable way to share experiences in real time without the obstructions presented by traditional research methods. It's immersive, immediate, interactive and it lets you share in some of people's most intimate moments. You can learn more about the app on our blog.

In this gallery, we take a look at how people in the Philippines gather together to spend Christmas with their loved ones. You can discover more of our findings on the InsightAsia blog.

InsightAsia: Christmas in Manila

A complete traditional set of Christmas tree, lights and the Nativity scene

InsightAsia: Christmas in Manila

A distinctively Filipino festive spread

Christmas in Manila

Cakes, pastries, grilled fish, pasta and rice all bring flavour to the occasion

InsightAsia: Christmas in Manila

Celebrating Christmas with true friends in a festive setting

InsightAsia: Christmas in Manila

Christmas lights and lanterns can brighten up any home

InsightAsia: Christmas in Manila

Dining out on pizza is a festive family treat

InsightAsia: Christmas in Manila

Family and friends gather to raise a toast

InsightAsia: Christmas in Manila

Family members bring cakes, rice and other dishes to the party

InsightAsia: Christmas in Manila

Filipinos are no strangers to dining out at Christmas time

InsightAsia: Christmas in Manila

Gifts are exchanged among co-workers as well as family

InsightAsia: Christmas in Manila

It wouldn't be the festive season without good friends and a cheeky beer

InsightAsia: Christmas in Manila

Italian influences like olive oil, pasta and wine are favourites

InsightAsia: Christmas in Manila

Karaoke is a firm favourite among Christmas party-goers

InsightAsia: Christmas in Manila

Many in the Philippines give to the less fortunate at this time of year

InsightAsia: Christmas in Manila

Mass on Christmas Eve is a strong tradition in the heavily Catholic Philippines

InsightAsia: Christmas in Manila

No expense spared with roast pork, fruit, rice and a lot more

InsightAsia: Christmas in Manila

Noodle dishes such as this pancit with meat, eggs and special sauce are a common dish at Christmas

InsightAsia: Christmas in Manila

Open wide for a slice of Christmas pizza

InsightAsia: Christmas in Manila

Paella, a traditional rice rish with a mix of seafood, vegetableds and spices are a seasonal treat

InsightAsia: Christmas in Manila

Pasta is a Filipino Christmas favourite like this macaroni dish

InsightAsia: Christmas in Manila

People here splash out more on premium items at Christmas like select cuts of meat or imported goods

InsightAsia: Christmas in Manila

Pizza is tasty and convenient, leading many in the Philippines to adopt it as a Christmas meal

InsightAsia: Christmas in Manila

Premium packaged foods from around the world are enjoyed over the festive season

InsightAsia: Christmas in Manila

Rice cakes (puto and conchinta) are Christmas delicacies

InsightAsia: Christmas in Manila

Rice cakes are enjoyed across the Philippines as a seasonal treat

InsightAsia: Christmas in Manila

Some put up Christmas lights and baubles in the garden

InsightAsia: Christmas in Manila

The beautiful climate of the Philippines makes it perfect for a Christmas stroll in the park

InsightAsia: Christmas in Manila

The whole family gathers to celebrate Christmas

InsightAsia: Christmas in Manila

Themed Christmas parties mix up the fun, especially for kids

InsightAsia: Christmas in Manila

Whether young ones or young once, this is a time for family

InsightAsia: Christmas in Manila

Window decorations are a festive norm in the Philippines

InsightAsia: Christmas in Manila

Young families build their own traditions to hand down

InsightAsia: Ramadan gallery

Prayer before Thai feast

InsightAsia: Ramadan gallery

Simply traditional: beef rendang and fried chicken

InsightAsia: Ramadan gallery

Chicken rice, malay kuih and F&N Seasons Ice Peach Tea

InsightAsia: Ramadan gallery

Lo-Fat Hi-Cal milk with spring rolls and martabak

InsightAsia: Ramadan gallery

Family feast; nasi campur and Vitagen for kids

InsightAsia: Ramanda gallery

Sweet drinks, smiles and curry puffs

InsightAsia: Ramadan gallery

Homemade ice tea, sweet and refreshing.

InsightAsia: Ramadan gallery

Mum's cooked my favourite; curry puffs and mie bandung

InsightAsia: Ramadan gallery

Happy moment; KFC with my son

InsightAsia: Ramadan gallery

Cooling sweet iced fruit with coconut and avocado

InsightAsia: Ramadan gallery

Community breaking fast together

InsightAsia: Ramadan gallery

Root beer - my favourite drink

InsightAsia: Ramadan gallery

Cousins breaking fast together

InsightAsia: Ramadan gallery

At the mall, relaxing with a Ramadan set meal

InsightAsia: Ramadan gallery

Rice noodle stir-fr

InsightAsia: Ramadan gallery

Drinks decanted with ice - this time F&N Sarsi

InsightAsia: Ramadan gallery

Lots of tasty fried snacks!

InsightAsia: Ramadan gallery

Craving KFC with sweet Pepsi

InsightAsia: Ramadan gallery

Homemade food vendors; just pack & takeaway

InsightAsia: Ramadan gallery

Home alone with my Laksa

InsightAsia: Ramadan gallery

A change of flavour; Caesar salad

InsightAsia: Ramadan gallery

Visit to parents; mie Bandung, melon, Soy drink

InsightAsia: Ramadan gallery

Thai treat in Kuala Lumpur

InsightAsia: Ramadan gallery

At the cafe; white coffee, kaya toast, seafood noodle soup

InsightAsia: Ramadan gallery

Ice fruit, cakes and drinking Larutan Cap Kaki

InsightAsia: Ramadan gallery

At home with my Marigold fruit yoghurt drink

InsightAsia: Ramadan gallery

Breaking fast at the Hilton with colleagues of all faiths

InsightAsia: Ramadan gallery

Bee-Hoon, martabak, watermelon and date

InsightAsia: Ramadan gallery

Enjoying steamboat outside

InsightAsia: Ramadan gallery

Drinking soy mixed with grass jelly and eating veg with peanut sauce

InsightAsia: Ramadan gallery

Community breaking fast even

InsightAsia: Ramadan gallery

Buying homemade coconut drink (es kelapa)

InsightAsia: Ramadan gallery

Small family meal with Yeo's soy drink

InsightAsia: Ramadan gallery

Ramadan food market

InsightAsia: Ramadan gallery

Sweet date treats for my son

InsightAsia: Ramadan gallery

Durian Feast

InsightAsia: Ramadan gallery

With my housemate; prawns, beehoon soup and chrysanthemum tea

InsightAsia: Ramadan gallery

Hometown family gathering

InsightAsia: Ramadan gallery

Laksa and grilled cockles

InsightAsia: Ramadan gallery

Not my normal choice, but need a sweet kick

InsightAsia: Ramadan gallery

Fried Tempeh (fermented soya bean)

InsightAsia: Ramadan gallery

Breaking fast with the ministry of tourism

Ramadan in Southeast Asia

Here you'll see how families across the region chose to break their fast during Ramadan (left), with certain differences with those doing the same around the world juxtaposed with some striking similarities!

We're indebted to those who chose to share this very special time with us to help further our understanding.